Bahni Turpin narrates and delivers all the strength and power this story needs, bringing it to the next level.

New York Times best seller brings all the emotion, sharing a strong message and a moving story at the same time. The Hate U Give is an absolute must-listen. Apa (Chirs), and Regina Hall (Lisa), or if you're diving into the story for the first time, Whether you are familiar with the film adaptation of the story - which features actors Amandla Stenberg (Starr), K.J. This story of one Black girl's experience and how she takes back her power is a riveting, powerful young adult novel that sends an even more important message to listeners. Thomas uses the character of Starr to expertly depict the dichotomy and imbalances within society, holding the Black neighbourhood up against her private school world to show the imbalance inherent in this society. The story of 16-year-old Starr Carter, and her best friend Khalil’s death as the result of police brutality, hits home for so many, both within the Black community and outside of it. It sheds light on an issue that has rocked North America and western countries for years.

Thomas writes a strong statement about the treatment and discrimination against Black people and African Americans within the U.S. Poignant, topical, and very real, this raw and honest story will stir something within you. Was it thug life, drugs, poverty, or simply the colour of his skin that was the death of Khalil? Only his childhood friend Starr holds the terrifying and dangerous answers inįall in love with this powerful and moving story, It could also endanger her life.Īnd don't miss On the Come Up, Angie Thomas's powerful follow-up to The Hate U Give. What everyone wants to know is: what really went down that night? And the only person alive who can answer that is Starr.īut what Starr does - or does not - say could upend her community. Some cops and the local drug lord try to intimidate Starr and her family. Protesters are taking to the streets in Khalil’s name. Some are calling him a thug, maybe even a drug dealer and a gangbanger. Soon afterward, his death is a national headline. The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Sixteen-year-old Starr Carter moves between two worlds: the poor neighborhood where she lives and the fancy suburban prep school she attends. 'A powerful, in-your-face novel.' ( The Horn Book, starred review) 'A marvel of verisimilitude.' ( Booklist, starred review) 'Heartbreakingly topical.' ( Publishers Weekly, starred review) This story is important.' ( Kirkus Reviews, starred review)

Morris Award Winner ∙ National Book Award Longlist ∙ Printz Honor Book ∙ Coretta Scott King Honor Book ∙ Number-One New York Times Best Seller!

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